What is the cheapest way to get from Kyushu to Osaka?

The cheapest way to get from Kyushu to Osaka is to train which costs ¥9000 - ¥15000 and takes 7h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyushu to Osaka?

The fastest way to get from Kyushu to Osaka is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000.

Is there a direct bus between Kyushu and Osaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyushu to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Uchinomaki and arriving at Willerバスターミナル大阪梅田 via Minamioguni-Machi Yakuba-Mae and 基山パーキングエリア. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Kyushu and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Kyushu to Osaka station. However, there are services departing from Aso(Kumamoto) and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station via Higoozu, Kumamoto and Nishinakajima-Minamigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Kyushu to Osaka?

The distance between Kyushu and Osaka is 705 km. The road distance is 656.2 km.

How do I travel from Kyushu to Osaka without a car?

The best way to get from Kyushu to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000.

How long does it take to get from Kyushu to Osaka?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Kyushu to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyushu to Osaka bus from?

Kyushu to Osaka bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Minamioguni-Machi Yakuba-Mae station.

Where do I catch the Kyushu to Osaka train from?

Kyushu to Osaka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kumamoto station.

Train or bus from Kyushu to Osaka?

The best way to get from Kyushu to Osaka is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000. Alternatively, you can bus via Chikushino, which costs ¥20000 - ¥28000 and takes 14h 41m.

Where does the Kyushu to Osaka bus arrive?

Kyushu to Osaka bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, arrive at Kiyama PA station.

Where does the Kyushu to Osaka train arrive?

Kyushu to Osaka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Osaka station.

Can I drive from Kyushu to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyushu to Osaka is 656 km. It takes approximately 8h 39m to drive from Kyushu to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9517+ hotels available in Osaka.

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There are 8 ways to get from Kyushu to Osaka by train, bus, car ferry, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Shin Osakatrain Sakura
7h 2m
¥9,380–14,520
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aso Station Mae to Oita Chuo-Doribus Yamabiko
2. Take the bus from Chuo-Dori to Ōsaka Stationbus Sorin
16h 12m
¥8,550–17,500
Bus via Chikushino
1. Take the bus from Minamioguni-Machi Yakuba-Mae to Kiyama PAbus Kosoku Fukuoka
2. Take the bus from 基山パーキングエリア to Willerバスターミナル大阪梅田bus 大阪線（乗合高速バス）
14h 41m
¥20,663–27,663
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Aso Station to Beppu Kotsu Centerbus Kyushu Odan Bus
2. Take the car ferry from Beppu to Osaka Nanko Cosmocarferry
17h 50m
¥17,430–23,580
Drive 656.2 km
1. Drive from Kyushu to Osakacar 656.2 km
8h 39m
¥11,384–16,443
Train to Aso Kumamoto Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozutrain
2. Fly from Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane KMJ - ITM
4h 54m
Train, bus to Oita Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Oitatrain
2. Take the bus from Ōita Station to Ōita Airportbus
3. Fly from Oita Airport (OIT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane OIT - ITM
7h 5m
Bus, train, train to Fukuoka Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Asoshi Shokokai Mae to Aso Sta.bus
2. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozutrain
3. Take the train from Higoozu to Kumamototrain
4. Take the train from Kumamoto to Hakata Fukuokatrain
5. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane FUK - ITM
6h 40m

Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

70Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

¥12,982Cheapest Price

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Distance: 705 km
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Kyushu, Japan and Osaka, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kumamoto to Shin Osaka every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥9,000–14,000 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Uchinomaki to Willerバスターミナル大阪梅田 via Minamioguni-Machi Yakuba-Mae, Kiyama PA, and 基山パーキングエリア in around 14h 41m.

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